Research on Nanofabrication Technology of Micro-/Nano-Stereo Rapid Prototyping of PCVD

At present, the most common micro/nano-scale fabri ca tion processes include the plane silicon process based on IC technology, stereo silicon process, LIGA, quasi-LIGA based on near ultra violet deep lithography, MEMS, energy beam etching and micro/nano-machining, etc. A common problem for t hese processes is the difficulty to fabricate arbitrary form for 3-dimensional micro/nano-parts, devices or mechanisms. To develop advanced MEMS manufacturin g technology, and to achieve fabrication of true 3-dimensional parts, devices or mechanisms, this paper proposes a nanofabrication technology for rapid proto typing of 3-dimensional parts, using plasma chemical vapor deposition (PCVD). This process can be describes as follows: A laser beam is produced by a low power, quasi molecule laser. It enters the vac uum chamber through a window, and is focused on with the substrate surface. A ga s in the chamber is ionized by the laser beam to produce PCVD on the substrate s urface, and forms a particle of the size of Ф100 nm (its thickness is about 100 nm). When the laser beam moves along X-axis, many particles form a line. Then the laser beam moves one step in Y-axis to form a new line. A plane is complete d by many lines. Then the substrate moves in Z-axis to form new plane. Eventu ally, many planes form a 3-dimensional component. Using available CAD/CAM softw are with this process, rapid prototyping of complex components can be achieved. A nanometer precision linear motor, such as that described in Chinese national p atent (patent No. ZL 98 2 16753.9), can be used to obtain the nanometer precisio n movements in the process. The process does not require mask, can be used for v arious rapid prototyping materials, to obtain high fabrication precision (its sc ale precision is 15 nm), and larger ratio of height to width of micro/nano-stru cture. It can find widespread applications in the fabrication of micro-mechani sm, trimming IC, and fabricating minilens, etc.

Principle and Feasibility of Electric or Magnetic Field Deflection-Projection Based Rapid Prototyping Technique

Rapid prototype manufacturing(RPM) is a new advanced manufacturing technology, which is based on the philosophy of materials increasing of lay by lay forming. Zero adventure rapid design/manufacturing can be realized with rapid prototypes of 3D CAD of products. Rapid prototyping has been an effective tool of R&D of new products. A novel rapid prototyping and manufacturing (RP&M) technique is brought forward. The principle of the process is to form layered sections and to make the prototype or part layer by layer by deflection projection of electric charged powder granules passing through electric or magnetic field and by controllable line and field scan of the powder granule beam. The feasibility issue of the process is theoretically and experimentally investigated.It shows that deflection projection of electric charged powder granules beam passing through electric field can be significant and feasible to the rapid prototyping technique.

Shape Simulation of Rapid Prototyping Part with ObjectARX

A layered simulation model with stairstep contour is built from AutoCAD through extruding each successive section contour having been compensated in dimensions to meet the application requirements of the RP part. In such a way the shape and size tolerance of the RP product could be verified beforehand promptly and precisely.

Research on Containment Relationships between Rapid Prototyping Part and CAD Model

Aiming at the geometrical features of different containment relationships in Rapid Prototyping （RP）, a general method of achieving the RP layer＇s cusp distribution of the positive, negative and mixed tolerance is proposed to meet the part＇s different applications. The procedure is executed by projecting the current and the next section of the CAD model onto a horizontal plane, computing the union and the intersection of the sections to get the outer and the inner boundary, and then blending the boundaries using a rotary vector through a proper inner point in the intersection to achieve the current layer＇s scanning contour. The method can realize the layer＇s cusp distribution of the mixed tolerance with unequal cusp height, expanding the connotation of the mixed tolerance.

Rapid Tooling-Rapid Abrading Process Integratedwith Rapid Prototyping

The paper is to outline a new process for manufacturing rapid graphite electrode. It detailsthe steps in Providing integration with Rapid Prototyping (RP) into rapid electrode abrading Process.The key to this combination is the successful model or patted creating using the RP technology.Significantly reduced lead-time, shortened learns curve, lowered revision changes cost and eliminatedor reduced mold polishing are the consequent results. high quality Electrical Discharge Machining(EDM) electrodes are sometimes difficult to be manufactured rapidly and are very time-consumingby conventional methods, even using Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machines. Abradingprovides a simple way to create etuemely detailed and complex electrode to make molds in toolingmaking industries. Integration with the rapid development of the Rapid Prototyping & Manufacturing(RP&M) technology, the rapid electrode abrading process has been regarded as one of the majorbreakthrough in tooling making technology.

A review of additive manufacturing technology and its application to foundry in China

The application of additive manufacturing technology is one of the main approaches to achieving the rapid casting.Additive manufacturing technology can directly prepare casting molds(cores)with no need of patterns,and quickly cast complex castings.The combination of additive manufacturing and traditional casting technology can break the constraint of traditional casting technology,improve casting flexibility,and ameliorate the working environment.Besides,additive manufacturing promotes the realization of"free casting",greatly simplifying the processing procedures and shortening the manufacturing cycle.This paper summarizes the basic principle of additive manufacturing technology and its development situation domestically and overseas,mainly focusing on the development status of several main additive manufacturing technologies applicable to the foundry field,including three-dimensional printing,selective laser sintering,stereolithography,layered extrusion forming,etc.Finally,the future development trend of additive manufacturing technology in the foundry field is prospected.

Localized electrodeposition micro additive manufacturing of pure copper microstructures

The fabrication of pure copper microstructures with submicron resolution has found a host of applications,such as 5G communications and highly sensitive detection.The tiny and complex features of these structures can enhance device performance during high-frequency operation.However,manufacturing pure copper microstructures remain challenging.In this paper,we present localized electrochemical deposition micro additive manufacturing(LECD-μAM).This method combines localized electrochemical deposition(LECD)and closed-loop control of atomic force servo technology,which can effectively print helical springs and hollow tubes.We further demonstrate an overall model based on pulsed microfluidics from a hollow cantilever LECD process and closed-loop control of an atomic force servo.The printing state of the micro-helical springs can be assessed by simultaneously detecting the Z-axis displacement and the deflection of the atomic force probe cantilever.The results showed that it took 361 s to print a helical spring with a wire length of 320.11μm at a deposition rate of 0.887μm s^(-1),which can be changed on the fly by simply tuning the extrusion pressure and the applied voltage.Moreover,the in situ nanoindenter was used to measure the compressive mechanical properties of the helical spring.The shear modulus of the helical spring material was about 60.8 GPa,much higher than that of bulk copper(~44.2 GPa).Additionally,the microscopic morphology and chemical composition of the spring were characterized.These results delineate a new way of fabricating terahertz transmitter components and micro-helical antennas with LECD-μAM technology.

On Application of Metal Additive Manufacturing

Metal additive manufacturing is an important branch of AM, which provides an effective method for the innovative manufacturing of metal parts. Here, flow chart and main techniques of metal additive manufacturing are firstly described according to the used material types. Many application examples of metal additive manufacturing are then listed based on application value. The summary is finally given to point development direction of metal additive manufacturing in the future. Additive manufacturing, which is an effective supplement to traditional methods, will play an important role in intelligent and digital manufacturing.

New development on additive manufacturing technology and its applications

Additive manufacturing technology has been developed in Xi＇ an Jiaotong University for almost 20 years. Up to now~ it is still attracting the attentions of the researchers or manufacturers all over the world. Some in- novative processes and frontier application research are all being conducted here to catch up with the new develop- ment of this technology. In the paper, newly developed processes, such as ultraviolet-light emitting diode （UV- LED） stereolithography, ceramic stereolithography, and direct metal forming, were described. Some results of the frontier application researches, such as indirect fabrication of ceramic casting mould, wind-tunnel-testing models, photonic crystals and metamatcrials, were also briefly reviewed.

The Impact of 3D Printing Technology to the Nigerian Manufacturing GDP

3D printing can spur manufacturing rebirth in Nigeria and the World in general. There are many areas where 3D printing is creating significant change, particularly in designing and prototyping of new products, in the arts, and in visualizing abstract concepts. This is a step change from conventional manufacturing processes to rapid prototyping and layer manufacturing. This report has defined rapid prototyping, rapid manufacturing and the current technologies available to fabricate 3D components. In addition to this, it provides a brief overview of the current contributions of the Edo University Iyamho (EUI) in collaboration with the Federal University of Petroleum Resources, to sustain manufacturing research initiatives towards the development of locally fabricated 3D printer and the possible future Additive Manufacturing in Nigeria. It is anticipated that this work will benefit the Nigerian academic, research institutes, industries, thus, enhance the GDP contribution of the manufacturing sector in Nigeria.

Direct Digital Manufacturing Industry Ascendant

The paper introduces the origin of the word of Direct Digital Manufacturing and other forms of address, and the working principles of Direct Digital Manufacturing technology and major types of the technology, hard- ware and software development, use of materials, applications, market growth and its development prospects. Focused presentations of Direct Digital Manufacturing （additive manufacturing） compared to traditional mechani- cal manufacturing industry in the use of prices, processing speed, reliability and cost advantages and characteris- tics. Particularly the significant challenges and competitiveness of Direct Digital Manufacturing technology in the processing of any complexity created directly the number of objects, internal structure and channel function, as well as the shape of the chassis components and structure of the matching and optimization.

Rapid Prototyping and Manufacturing Technology:Principle, Representative Technics, Applications, and Development Trends

The rapid prototyping and manufacturing technology (RPM), is an integration of many different disciplines. It is based on an advanced dispersed-accumulated forming principle and originated from 1980s. It generates an entity by first forming a series of layers according to the dispersed section information of the digital model, and then piling the formed layers sequentially together. It is capable of forming parts with complicated structures and non-homogeneous materials. Traditional RPM techniques are mainly used as prototypes in product invention process, such as stereolithography, three-dimensional printing, laminated object manufacturing, and fused deposition modeling. Later, with the progress of material and enabling technology, many new RPM techniques emerged out and have been already applied in the fields such as rapid tooling/moulding, direct formed usable part, nano-/micro-RPM, and biomanufacturing. This high flexible digital manufacturing method has a likely ability to become an almighty forming technology.

Rapid Prototyping and Manufacturing Technology and Its Integration with CIMS

Recent developments of rapid prototyping and manufaturing (RP&M)technology are discussed. To facilitate application of RP&M technology as an enabling technology in product development and manufacturing, our center has done a series of pojects covering RP theory (modern shaping science), new RP processes and equipment,rapid tooling technology and rapid product development systems. With the STEP protocol and product modeling technology, RP&M technology can be integrated into CIMS to form a new subsystem, the free form manufacturing subsystem. The subsystem architecture is investigated in this paper.

面向产品快速开发的RP&M网络化服务集成系统

为了提升广大中小企业的新产品快速开发能力和速度,研究和开发了RP&M网络化服务集成系统。针对该系统,提出了一种全新的RP&M网络化服务集成系统的框架;阐述了它的工作流程和功能模块的详细设计:深入论述了系统关键技术的实现。通过对该系统中的技术信息平台、电子商务平台、制造服务平台的紧密集成,在远程用户、服务中心和协同制造企业建立一个协同生产制造的环境,实现制造资源的共享和技术资源的优势互补。众多的应用案例表明,该系统对加快中小企业的新产品快速开发具有很高的潜能。该系统的实现体现了当前企业策略和制造组织结构的基本转变。

基于RP的早期、多回路反馈模具快速制造系统

基于快速原型的金属模具制造技术是利用ＲＰ数字化制造特点的现代制造技术。为了掌握这种新的制造技术的规律，首先研究现代成形学中的成形能量场、成形边界模型及误差链与ＲＰ技术的关系，介绍最新的基于ＲＰ的早期、模具快速制造系统，并以大型金属模具的快速制造为例，说明这个快速制造系统的具体应用。

基于RPM快速制造金属零件的方法评述及展望

对基于ＲＰＭ 的快速制造金属零件方法进行介绍和简单评述，并对快速原型制造技术在快速制造金属零件方面的应用进行了展望．

基于RP工艺的直接铸型制造方法探讨

快速成形 (RP)发展的重心已转向快速制造 (RM)。RP技术与铸造工艺结合产生的快速铸造 (QC)是 RM的主要研究领域之一。本文介绍了基于 RP工艺的直接铸型制造的工艺方法 ,对其成形精度、效率、适用范围和主要特点进行了分析比较 ,指出直接铸型制造工艺是实现铸造过程的自动化、柔性化、敏捷化的重要途径。 PCM工艺具有独特的优越性 。

基于RP直接制造金属型方法

通过对现有已成熟的 RP工艺和几种新工艺的分析 ,指出了直接制造金属型是 RP技术今后发展的一个重要方向。

基于CAD/CAE/CAM/RP的复杂陶瓷产品快速制造技术

针对目前手工方式的卫生洁具等复杂陶瓷产品的研发过程,借鉴CAD/CAE/CAM/RP技术在其它制造行业中应用的成功经验,将这些先进制造技术应用于卫生洁具等复杂陶瓷产品的研发中;CAD用于设计产品和模具的模型,CAE用于模拟洁具冲水过程和分析冲水性能,RP用于制作洁具产品的原型,CAM用于加工试用石膏工作模具。就这些技术的应用提出了两种主要方案,并分析了各自的特点。经过实际应用表明:先进制造技术的应用能大大缩短产品研发周期、提高产品质量、降低开发成本。